Sources Sought 36C78625Q50110 Janitorial Services for Black Hills National Cemetery -- S201

The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration is seeking janitorial services for the Black Hills National Cemetery located in Sturgis, South Dakota. The sources sought notice is for a base plus 4-year contract covering custodial services for approximately 4,040 square feet across multiple facilities including the Committal Shelter, Administration Office, Public Restrooms, and Utility Building. Vendors responding to the notice must provide details about their socio-economic categories and size for NAICS code 561720, which has a size standard of $22 million. The VA will evaluate vendor responses to determine the most appropriate acquisition strategy, with a specific preference for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business set-aside in accordance with Public Law 109-461. Interested vendors must submit their responses by February 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM Mountain Time.

The solicitation does not currently have a specific set-aside designation, though the VA shows preference for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business participation. The janitorial services contract requires the contractor to use green cleaning products, provide all necessary equipment and non-paper supplies, and follow strict standards of conduct appropriate for a national shrine. Work can be performed during two optional schedules: 7:00 AM to finish or 4:00 PM to finish, Monday through Friday. The contractor must perform daily facility cleaning, restroom and locker room maintenance, semi-annual hard floor and carpet cleaning, monthly light fixture and window cleaning, and weekly low dusting. Detailed documentation and weekly inspection reports will be required, along with adherence to a comprehensive quality control plan. While specific award value is not disclosed, the comprehensive service requirements suggest a contract of moderate complexity and potential value.